Location: Basrah
Job Type:
Permanent
Sectors:
Sales
Closing Date:
2026-01-08
About vacancy
mselect is looking to hire a Sales Manager for a leading hospitality client in Basrah, Iraq. Candidates must have a minimum of 6 years of experience in sales management within the hotel or hospitality industry. Fluency in English and Arabic is essential.
Job Purpose
The Sales Manager is responsible for driving hotel revenue through effective sales strategies and developing strong client relationships; the role focuses on generating business across rooms, F&B outlets, banqueting, events, and conferences.
Key Responsibilities
1. Sales & Revenue Generation:
Requirements
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
Job Purpose
The Sales Manager is responsible for driving hotel revenue through effective sales strategies and developing strong client relationships; the role focuses on generating business across rooms, F&B outlets, banqueting, events, and conferences.
Key Responsibilities
1. Sales & Revenue Generation:
- Achieve monthly and annual revenue targets set by the Director of Sales & Marketing
- Grow business across rooms, F&B, banqueting, conferencing, and events
- Identify, develop, and maintain strong relationships with corporate, government, oil & gas, and travel trade clients
- Conduct sales calls, client meetings, site inspections, and in-house show rounds
- Prepare proposals, contracts, and quotations as per hotel standards
- Solicit new and existing accounts to exceed revenue goals via calls, visits, written communication, and networking
- Monitor and analyze market trends, competitor activities, and business opportunities
- Attend trade shows, exhibitions, community events, and industry functions
- Maintain updated knowledge of market demand, seasonal patterns, and customer preferences
- Assist in the preparation of monthly sales reports, forecasts, and action plans
- Participate in daily business review meetings and pre-convention meetings
- Ensure all client interactions and bookings are accurately recorded in the sales system
- Provide outstanding service to all clients and partners
- Build long-term relationships to enhance repeat business and customer loyalty
- Work closely with operations teams to ensure seamless execution of events and group bookings
- Support colleagues across the Sales & Marketing Department
- Maintain a positive, respectful, and collaborative working environment
- Share market updates, client feedback, and opportunities with the team
- Stay updated on hospitality sales best practices, industry trends, and competitor offerings
- Participate in training, workshops, and learning opportunities to enhance professional skills
Requirements
- Minimum 6 years of managerial experience in Sales within the hospitality/hotel industry
- Proven experience in handling rooms, F&B, and events/banqueting sales
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
- Strong computer proficiency (MS Office, email systems, and sales software)
- Ability to travel for sales visits, meetings, and events when required
- Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
*Only applicants meeting the strict criteria outlined above will be contacted as part of the shortlisting process.
